1972 Checker Aerobus vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Checker Aerobus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Checker Aerobus would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Checker Aerobus | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aerobus | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2760 mm |
